B
Good
Score: 65/100
Overall (traditional)
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
31,013
Total Enrollment
76%
Graduation Rate
91%
Retention Rate
17.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
77%
Acceptance Rate
$20,006
Avg Net Price
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at University of Missouri-Columbia, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
$63,403
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$52,756
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$20,500
Median debt at graduation
74.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,247
Average SAT
27
Median ACT
20.1%
Students receiving Pell grants
Typical debt at graduation equals about 32% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 83rd percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (MO wage index 0.87). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at University of Missouri-Columbia
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Engineering | $83,243 | $112,696 | +3% | #62 of 189 | #36 | $19,500 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering | $85,400 | $105,034 | +4% | #62 of 258 | #30 | $22,500 |
| Industrial Engineering | $79,894 | $101,380 | +3% | #32 of 94 | #16 | $26,512 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | $72,886 | $100,234 | +9% | #118 of 459 | #82 | $20,906 |
| Chemical Engineering | $69,950 | $95,989 | -2% | #86 of 158 | #57 | $25,804 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $65,057 | $95,415 | +25% | #77 of 796 | #32 | $20,600 |
| Mechanical Engineering | $71,800 | $94,629 | +3% | #96 of 318 | #57 | $21,843 |
| Engineering | $70,366 | $92,426 | +3% | #17 of 57 | #13 | $24,375 |
| Biological/Biosystems Engineering | $60,190 | $86,844 | +3% | #4 of 9 | #4 | $23,000 |
| Business/Commerce | $55,999 | $84,534 | +24% | #21 of 271 | #16 | $21,000 |
| Civil Engineering | $69,566 | $83,684 | -3% | #138 of 233 | #76 | $21,000 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $72,300 | $83,231 | -6% | #600 of 966 | #440 | $21,500 |
| Agricultural Business and Management | $58,335 | $82,831 | +24% | #4 of 77 | #3 | $17,499 |
| Mathematics | $56,132 | $81,518 | +17% | #80 of 309 | #52 | $16,454 |
| Statistics | $52,088 | $76,037 | -18% | #43 of 50 | #32 | $15,189 |
| Agricultural Mechanization | $52,522 | $75,958 | +7% | #4 of 10 | #3 | $19,334 |
| Area Studies | $44,096 | $75,230 | +33% | #7 of 70 | #6 | $21,000 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions | — | $75,060 | +35% | #10 of 85 | #2 | — |
| Economics | $52,635 | $74,661 | -10% | #230 of 368 | #164 | $18,315 |
| Family and Consumer Economics and Related Studies | $50,614 | $74,381 | +40% | #2 of 19 | #1 | $27,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | $65,660 | $73,861 | +4% | #102 of 253 | #85 | $21,500 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | $39,186 | $69,333 | +13% | #34 of 156 | #18 | $21,500 |
| Journalism | $43,958 | $69,016 | +23% | #13 of 187 | #7 | $21,000 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | $39,317 | $65,029 | +23% | #51 of 476 | #31 | $20,500 |
| Political Science and Government | $37,722 | $64,747 | +2% | #211 of 565 | #121 | $21,125 |
| Apparel and Textiles | $40,176 | $63,723 | +11% | #13 of 57 | #11 | $24,932 |
| Plant Sciences | $46,627 | $62,957 | +11% | #9 of 44 | #6 | $17,924 |
| Chemistry | $45,279 | $61,884 | -5% | #145 of 209 | #106 | $19,500 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services | — | $61,713 | +5% | #69 of 215 | #39 | $24,500 |
| Housing and Human Environments | $42,394 | $61,683 | +4% | #3 of 11 | #3 | $26,000 |
| Hospitality Administration/Management | $38,916 | $61,441 | +8% | #35 of 137 | #17 | $22,000 |
| Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services | $35,409 | $61,080 | +22% | #15 of 90 | #8 | $18,500 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $44,078 | $61,007 | +8% | #147 of 660 | #68 | $19,500 |
| Biology | $36,732 | $60,424 | +6% | #320 of 841 | #196 | $21,599 |
| History | $26,996 | $56,632 | +12% | #107 of 459 | #48 | $21,000 |
| Geography and Cartography | $38,726 | $56,191 | -3% | #78 of 117 | #49 | $18,786 |
| Social Work | $38,236 | $56,157 | +8% | #106 of 420 | #35 | $20,073 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology | $40,492 | $56,003 | -14% | #96 of 110 | #80 | $25,437 |
| Psychology | $33,794 | $55,839 | +10% | #216 of 1027 | #91 | $20,421 |
| Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology | $41,430 | $55,790 | -9% | #13 of 16 | #10 | $18,625 |
| Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services | $40,837 | $55,747 | +1% | #25 of 50 | #16 | $22,500 |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies | $38,725 | $55,280 | +8% | #15 of 63 | #10 | $20,500 |
| Sociology | $33,386 | $55,098 | +5% | #163 of 462 | #72 | $22,000 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | $33,359 | $54,133 | -3% | #111 of 207 | #70 | $25,500 |
| Special Education and Teaching | $37,547 | $51,901 | +3% | #79 of 177 | #45 | $19,455 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | $23,034 | $51,254 | +24% | #43 of 423 | #18 | $19,500 |
| Visual and Performing Arts | $29,775 | $50,205 | +20% | #7 of 68 | #6 | $20,250 |
| Agriculture | $42,145 | $49,480 | -8% | #31 of 43 | #27 | — |
| Anthropology | $31,926 | $49,351 | +6% | #70 of 188 | #29 | $15,430 |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts | $29,613 | $49,192 | +12% | #47 of 144 | #17 | $21,500 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
🏆 Where University of Missouri-Columbia Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $13,008 | $33,216 |
| Room | $7,715 | |
| Board | $3,850 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $32,272 | $52,480 |
Financial Aid
90%
Receive Any Aid
19%
Receive Pell Grants
44%
Take Out Loans
$20,006
Avg Net Price
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $13,599 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $13,676 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $15,707 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $21,455 |
| $110,001+ | $24,637 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies, Other
1,343 grads/yr
Business/Commerce, General
1,026 grads/yr
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
502 grads/yr
Journalism
484 grads/yr
Psychology, General
352 grads/yr
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
335 grads/yr
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other
329 grads/yr
Information Technology
315 grads/yr
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
267 grads/yr
Political Science and Government, General
218 grads/yr
Speech Communication and Rhetoric
188 grads/yr
Mechanical Engineering
184 grads/yr
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
170 grads/yr
Public Health, General
154 grads/yr
Economics, General
149 grads/yr
Computer and Information Sciences, General
148 grads/yr
Law
131 grads/yr
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General
124 grads/yr
Veterinary Medicine
120 grads/yr
Medicine
119 grads/yr
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from University of Missouri-Columbia's top programs commonly pursue.
Area, ethnic, and cultural studies teachers, postsecondary
$84k/yr
14,500 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr
309,400 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr
619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr
1,333,700 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr
241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr
271,200 jobs
Construction managers
$107k/yr
550,300 jobs
Facilities managers
$105k/yr
151,400 jobs
Student Demographics
31,013
Total Students
56%
Women
96%
Traditional Age (18-24)
1%
Off-Campus Renters
👥 Race & Ethnicity
White
76%
Hispanic
5%
Black
5%
Asian
3%
Two or More
4%
Non-Resident
5%
🏠 Living Arrangements
On Campus
95%
Off-Campus (Renters)
1%
With Family
3%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~403 students need off-campus housing
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person
47%
Hybrid (Some Online)
40%
Fully Online
13%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)
96%
25-64 (Adult)
3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of Missouri-Columbia?
University of Missouri-Columbia has an acceptance rate of 77%.
This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend University of Missouri-Columbia?
Tuition at University of Missouri-Columbia is
$13,008 for in-state students
and $33,216 for out-of-state students
.
However, the average net price after financial aid is $20,006.
What is the graduation rate at University of Missouri-Columbia?
The graduation rate at University of Missouri-Columbia is 76%.
This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is University of Missouri-Columbia a good school?
University of Missouri-Columbia has a Repit College Score of 65/100 (Grade: B).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
- Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (C+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend University of Missouri-Columbia?
University of Missouri-Columbia has a total enrollment of 31,013 students.
Most students (96%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near University of Missouri-Columbia?
Yes! Approximately 1% of students at University of Missouri-Columbia live off-campus (not with family).
That's roughly 403 students who need rental housing near campus.
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology